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How does the adjective neighborly contrast with its synonyms?

The words amicable and friendly are common synonyms of neighborly. While all three words mean "exhibiting goodwill and an absence of antagonism," neighborly implies a disposition to live on good terms with others and to be helpful on principle.

neighborly concern

When is amicable a more appropriate choice than neighborly?

The words amicable and neighborly are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, amicable implies a state of peace and a desire on the part of the parties not to quarrel.

maintained amicable relations

In what contexts can friendly take the place of neighborly?

The words friendly and neighborly can be used in similar contexts, but friendly stresses cordiality and often warmth or intimacy of personal relations.

sought friendly advice

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of neighborly Residents don’t like being told what to do, while at the same time some rules are necessary to ensure neighborly behavior, protect the architectural conformity, and preserve good appearances of HOA properties. Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025 Aside from Pescara or Chieti, the towns and villages here offer small- town living and neighborly values that are hard to find these days. Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025 Lichtenstein warns that homeowners who alter a fence without consent risk more than just neighborly tension. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2025 Joe launches his campaign on a platform of neighborly trust and personal freedom, and bloodies his hands with smear tactics and violence. Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 17 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for neighborly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for neighborly
Adjective
  • My face was cold by the end, but my body was totally warm.
    Megan Sauer, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Serve them warm, straight from the oven, with a drizzle of maple glaze and a hot cup of coffee.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • In warm weather that means competitive golf tournaments, friendly tennis clinics, outdoor summer concerts, and a calendar full of signature community events.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Wear them with a simple long-sleeve top or T-shirt for a casual look, or add a blazer and heels for an office-friendly outfit.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • How selfish of Fred Warner, goodness gracious.
    Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 20 Oct. 2025
  • That was a constant refrain in the life of this gracious philanthropist from Roslindale.
    Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 19 Oct. 2025

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“Neighborly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neighborly. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.

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